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Is Australia a country?

Australia was discovered by Dutch explorers in 1606. More than 160 years later, Great Britain claimed the eastern half of the mainland, eventually forming several crown colonies. These colonies federated in 1901 to form the Commonwealth of Australia. Since then, Australia has emerged as one of the wealthiest countries in the world, boasting the 12th largest economy. Australia is also a major political power, serving as a prominent member of the United Nations, the G20 and the Commonwealth of Nations.

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How do you take the Liberty State Park ferry?

Liberty State Park offers free and paid parking options. Free parking spots are often far from the ferry’s departure point, while paid parking at the docking facility is closer. Paid parking is $5 per car, as of 2015. The fee for riding the ferry is $10 for adult passengers, $8 for adults age 62 and up and children ages 4 to 12, and $4 for children up to age 3. There is no charge for admission to the Statue of Liberty or Ellis Island.

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What are some facts about Germany?

The nation of Germany is a relatively new creation. For centuries Germany was a collection of principalities that only united when the king of Prussia became emperor of Germany in 1871. After suffering from the effects of World Wars I and II, Germany faced division into East and West Germany during the reign of the Soviet regime. The falls of the Soviet empire and the Berlin Wall led to efforts to reconcile the two halves of the nation. Germany also sought better integration into the European continent by becoming one of the founding states of the European Union.\nAs the home of both Martin Lu..

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What are the Alaska Air baggage rules?

Alaska Air accepts checked bags starting four hours before the scheduled flight departure time. For early flights, the four-hour window may be shortened if the ticket counter is not yet open.\nThe airline prohibits certain items in checked baggage, particularly items that are dangerous and potentially explosive. Examples of prohibited items include flammable items, chemicals, lighters and internal combustion engines.\nAlaska Air allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item onto the airplane. Purses, computer bags and briefcases are examples of personal items. The size rest..

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Where is the Amalfi Coast in Italy?

While the closest airport to the Amalfi Coast is the Salerno-Pontecagnano Airport, most foreign tourists arrive via the Napoli-Capodichino Airport in Naples, which is north of the coast.\nThe Amalfi Coast is a popular tourist destination that is considered Italy's most scenic coastline. The three most famous cities along the coast are Amalfi, Positano and Ravello. The coast was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.

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What characterizes South American independence?

After centuries of European control, South American independence was catalyzed by Napoleon's invasions of Spain and Portugal in 1807. After the Spanish king abdicated and surrendered control to France, the Spanish people refused to submit. Various Spanish colonies appointed juntas or provisional governments tasked with resisting France and the new, French-appointed king of Spain.\nAfter the restoration of the Spanish monarchy, the Spanish colonies refused to give up their autonomy and fought the monarchy vigorously. Led by Simon Bolivar and Jose de San Martin, the revolutionaries defeated..

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What was the climate of the Southern colonies?

While the southern colonies enjoyed the most-fertile soil, New England and middle colonists were not as fortunate in their agricultural attempts. However, the middle colonies were able to experience some success with crops.\nThe climate in the New England colonies was cold. The winters were long, and fertile soil was hard to access. Much of the soil contained rocks, which made it unsuitable for farming.\nThe climate in the middle colonies was milder, and this region was able to sustain a few crops. Grain agriculture and items such as wheat, barley, rye and oats were grown in the middle colonie..

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What are the major bodies of water in Arkansas?

The Mississippi River is one of the most important in the state and is used heavily for the transportation of goods. Other rivers in the state are popular with tourists including the Buffalo National River. The state is also home to naturally occurring bubbling hot springs located in Hot Springs National Park. It is the smallest National Park in the United States and tourists flock there every year to soak in its waters. Mammoth Spring is the largest spring in the state. Located in the Northern part of Arkansas, it flows into a 10-acre lake.Several man-made lakes also exist in Arkansas and the..

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How do you rent a car in Italy?

Most larger Italian cities feature offices and lots for international car rental companies such as Avis, Budget and Hertz. Checking with online car rental price aggregation sites such as RentalCars.com, Vayama.com and Mobissimo.com sometimes yields special deals. Likewise, price consolidation sites such as AutoEurope.com and Carrentals.com sometimes offer cheaper vehicle rental prices than those available from the major companies.\nOne way to save time and money is to only rent a car for days specifically spent outside of the major cities. Many Italian metropolitan areas have Zones of Limited ..

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How do you get to Daffodil Hill?

Another option is to take N Main Street to State Route 49 to Old California 49 in Sutter Creek, about three miles away. Take Gopher Flat Road to Shake Ridge Road to Rams Horn Grade Road, an additional 13 miles.\nA third alternative is to take N Main Street to State Route 49 and then take Ridge Road to Pine Grove, a little over eight miles. From there, take Pine Grove Volcano Road to Rams Horn Grade Road, another seven miles. All three options take between 25 and 30 minutes, traffic permitting. The closest major cities to Jackson are Sacramento and Stockton, giving you the option to fly or driv..

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